Senior Technical Lead Manager - AI Financial Assistant in Spain

Further Details

This opportunity is for a Technical Lead Manager at Cleo, a leading AI financial assistant firm based in Spain. The role demands a blend of technical acumen and leadership to guide a team of engineers in developing innovative financial products. Ideal candidates possess strong experience with Ruby on Rails and a proven ability to manage and mentor engineering teams, ensuring the delivery of scalable and high-quality software solutions. As a key member of our engineering pillar, you will collaborate with Product, Design, and Data teams to define roadmaps and achieve squad objectives. The company emphasizes original thinking and proactive problem-solving, offering a stimulating environment for professionals seeking significant impact in the fintech sector. This is a core technical leadership role for a government-funded or privately funded company focused on cutting-edge AI.

Senior Technical Lead Manager - Innovative AI Financial Assistant

Cleo is at the forefront of revolutionizing personal finance with its AI-driven financial assistant. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Lead Manager to join our growing team in Catalunya, Spain. This position is ideal for experienced technical leaders who are passionate about building cutting-edge AI products and guiding engineering talent. As part of our private sector initiative, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our platform and user experience.

This is a key leadership role where you will manage a cross-functional product squad, ensuring both technical excellence and team development. You will contribute directly to our Ruby on Rails monolith while mentoring your team, fostering a culture of innovation, and driving pragmatic technical decisions. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are eager to make a significant impact in the fintech industry, this opportunity offers competitive career development and substantial equity.

• Role: Technical Lead Manager
• Location: Catalunya, Spain
• Company: Cleo (JR Spain Client/Employer)
• Technology Stack: Ruby on Rails, React Native, Python, PostgreSQL, AWS, Kubernetes
• Key Responsibilities: Technical leadership, people management, roadmap definition, agile delivery, code contribution.
• Desired Skills: Ruby on Rails expertise, leadership experience, agile practices, strong communication.

Skills

• - Proven experience with Ruby on Rails, including building data models, APIs, and business logic services
• - Demonstrated experience in leading technical delivery within a product squad or engineering team
• - Strong background in line managing and coaching engineers, including performance feedback and development support
• - Excellent technical judgment, capable of balancing delivery speed, quality, and scalability
• - Proficiency with agile methodologies, automated testing, observability, A/B testing, and feature flags
• - Collaborative spirit, adept at working with Product, Design, Analytics, and Engineering partners
• - Ability to help teams establish healthy habits and improve working processes

Duties and Responsibilities:

• - Lead and develop a squad of 4-5 engineers, blending hands-on technical contributions with people management
• - Partner with Product Managers, Staff Engineers, and other leaders to define and execute roadmaps and OKRs
• - Steer the technical direction of the squad, making pragmatic trade-offs for speed, quality, and scalability
• - Create conditions for effective delivery by providing clarity, unblocking progress, and establishing sustainable practices
• - Conduct regular 1:1s, provide actionable feedback, and support engineers' development and growth planning
• - Contribute hands-on to the Ruby on Rails monolith, utilizing automated testing, observability, A/B testing, and feature flags
• - Collaborate across departments to deliver and iterate on features that enhance users' financial health

How to apply

• Start your application journey by visiting the official application portal.
• 👉 Navigate to the job listing for the Technical Lead Manager position.
• 📝 Complete the online application form with your accurate personal and professional details.
• Attach your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any supporting documents, such as relevant certifications or portfolio links.
• Ensure all information provided is truthful and accurately reflects your qualifications and experience.
• Review all submitted information before final submission to avoid errors.
• Await further communication from the recruitment team regarding the next steps in the hiring process.
• For any queries, please refer to the contact information provided on the job portal or company website.